Asian beauties are renowned for their ethereally flawless complexion – a quality women worldwide try to emulate. The good news is that having perfect porcelain skin is actually achievable. The first step is to understand that whitening is just part of a multi-pronged approach that requires lightening, brightening, sun protection and hydration as part of a complete beauty routine all year round. Build your arsenal of whitening skincare for a complexion that’s brighter than ever.

Words by Yvonne Hou

Estée Lauder

Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening BB Creme and Brightening Balm

For a perfect whitening finish, Estée Lauder’s BB Creme and Brightening Balm is an all-in-one solution. Its light texture is great to use alone or as a makeup base to minimise the look of pores and dark spots. The broad spectrum SPF 50 provides full sun protection and prevents the appearance of future discolouration.

Available in store at Lane Crawford Canton Road and Times Square Hong Kong.

Your whitening efforts are only as good as the power of your sun protection. Once you’ve created the perfect base, prevent the appearance of any future discolouration by using a broad spectrum SPF every day to protect against both UVA/UVB damage. La Mer’s SPF50 UV Protection is formulated with the brand’s renowned anti-ageing Miracle Broth that promises to keep skin perfectly protected and hydrated. Its light texture is great to use alone or as a makeup base.